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Vocabulary Entry
flytrap
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of plant, specifically a carnivorous plant of the genus Dionaea, known for trapping and digesting insects.
Example Sentences
"The flytrap is a fascinating plant that catches its food."
"We learned about the life cycle of a Venus flytrap in science class."
"He bought a flytrap for his terrarium to add some variety."
V
verb
To catch or ensnare something, typically used metaphorically.
Example Sentences
"The trap was designed to flytrap pesky insects."
"She hoped to flytrap the attention of the audience with her performance."
"They aimed to flytrap more customers with their new marketing strategy."